Exodus

Biblical narrative of the Israelites' departure from Egypt.

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Exodus refers to the biblical narrative detailing the Israelites' departure from Egypt under Moses’ leadership, as recounted in the Book of Exodus. It symbolizes liberation and is foundational to Jewish identity.

/ˈɛksədəs/

From Late Latin Exodus, from Greek éxodos (departure), from éxōd(os) ‘way out’ + -odos ‘path, way’.

Exodus is a story from the Bible about how Moses led the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt and into freedom, like a big escape adventure.

The Exodus story includes the parting of the Red Sea
Some scholars believe it may be based on a real event, such as crossing the Reed Sea
The Ten Commandments were given to Moses at Mount Sinai

When did the Exodus likely occur? Around the 13th century BCE
Who was Moses? A prophet who led the Israelites out of Egypt
What is the Exodus significant for? It's a foundational story in Judaism and Christianity

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